Leon Eugene Morlang, 83, of Grain Valley, Missouri passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife and daughter by his side on Thursday, December 21, 2023.
Leon was born on September 18, 1940, in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Eugene R. and Edna C. Morlang. He graduated from Blue Springs High School in 1960, where he met his high school sweetheart and married Sharon on September 21, 1962. In 1966 they had their only daughter, Shelly. Leon enjoyed family vacations, motorcycle riding, fishing, boating, water skiing, and cruising the Caribbean. Most of all, he loved spending time with “My Girls” and enjoyed “Making Memories” together.
Leon’s survivors include his wife, Sharon Morlang; daughter, Michelle “Shelly” Morlang; brother-in-law, Leland Deering; extended family and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; father-in-law, Leland A. Deering; and mother-in-law, Ruth V. Deering.
As per Leon’s request, only private immediate family viewing and no memorial service is planned.
Obituary submitted by family.
Arrangements: Royer Funeral Home, Oak Grove, MO 816-690-4441
Sharon & Shelly
29 Jan 2024To Family & Friends,
We want to thank everyone for all of their love & support during this very difficult time.
Thank you for all of the beautiful flower & plant arrangements, all of the thoughtful cards mailed to us, and also thank you for the many many many wonderful caring support thru text & all the social media out there.
It’s amazing how many people Leon has touched thru his life and the friends he has made. It’s been really comforting to hear from everyone and the stories they have to tell. Thank you for sharing them with us.
Love,
Sharon & Shelly